1. introducing a cyanoethyl group (–CH₂CH₂CN) into a molecule, typically in organic chemistry synthesis
Usage: technical; chemistry; present participle form of cyanoethylate

Examples

• The chemist is cyanoethylating the polymer to improve its properties.
• Cyanoethylating cellulose produces a material with enhanced durability.
• The reaction involves cyanoethylating the hydroxyl groups on the substrate.
• Industrial processes use cyanoethylating agents to modify textile fibers.
• The team succeeded in cyanoethylating the compound under controlled conditions.